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[Janice Chang]

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Subject: Student Career Events, Please forward to your students
Date: January 26, 2015 at 2:45:31 PM EST

Subject: MIT Career Events

GECD CAREER SERVICES EVENTS NEWSLETTER
Like us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MITCareers> or follow @MITCareers<https://twitter.com/MITCareers> to stay up to date on Career Services events.


DID YOU KNOW?

Career Services drop-in hours are every Monday through Friday (except institute holidays) from 11am to 3pm.  Drop-ins are available to current MIT students and recent alumni (alumni who have graduated within the last 18 months). Drop-ins are 15-20 minute meetings with GECD staff members that don’t require an appointment.  We can help you with quick career-related questions and the critique of resumes, and cover letters.

Career Services Drop-Ins
Monday – Friday (except institute holidays), 11:00am – 3:00pm
E39-305

Register NOW for the 2015 European Career Fair
 The 19th European Career Fair will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2015  9AM to 4PM on the campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This event is open to college and university students and young professionals interested in working or studying in Europe.

Candidates attending the fair will have the opportunity to:
•         Submit their resumes online prior to the Fair for employers to review.
•         Network with over 100 European employers at the fair.
•         Attend company information sessions and events held February 21 - 23, 2015.
•         Interview with European employers (if selected) on February 22 or 23, 2015.

Registration: Students and young professionals are strongly encouraged to register for the European Career Fair in advance at http://ecf.fairsey.com<http://ecf.fairsey.com/>. Once registered, candidates will have access to more event details through the fair site and on-going email updates.

DON’T FORGET….

Take the 2015 Universum Survey
Do you know where your career will take you in the near future? Do you know what goes into certain companies recruiting here on campus? Thanks to Universum's work, the gap between employers and university students is closing. The Universum Student Survey takes your responses and uses them to provide you with an in-depth review of who you are as an applicant, suggesting employers and industries you may not otherwise have considered. This powerful tool will give you an edge in the job search process. The best part? It's free and only takes about 15 minutes!  Make sure to take the 2015 Student Survey in order to let your opinions be heard! (http://uledge.co/mit)

UPCOMING EVENTS
To register for events or for more information log in to CareerBridge<https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fmit%2fstudent%2f>.

Writing Compelling Cover Letters
Tuesday, February 3, 2:00-3:00pm
This workshop will teach attendees how to craft a strategic cover letter.  Participants should bring a job description they want to apply for to aid in the drafting of an effective cover letter.  General information on cover letters will also be discussed.  This workshop is open to undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs and alumni.  Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

Off the Record: 1 on 1 with a Silicon Valley Tech Recruiter
Tuesday, February 3, 3:30-5:00pm
A9 and MIT Global Education & Career Development are proud to present:

Off the Record
1:1 with a Silicon Valley Tech Recruiter

Join us for an off-the-record conversation with a Silicon Valley Tech Recruiter. Sometimes students are at a disadvantage by not understanding the campus recruitment process from an employer's perspective. The talk will be geared towards explaining how recruitment across the tech industry works, while revealing common misconceptions that students have about the hiring process. The goal is for students to walk away from the talk with immediate action items that they can apply to their own job search now or in the future.

Resumes for the YES Pile (A GECD Webinar)
Thursday, February 5, 2:00-3:00pm
Can your resume survive a 15 second scan and still get into the YES pile? This webinar will cover the strategies of effective messaging and how to be "on-point" with your written communication. Your resume is not an autobiography, but rather a list of relevant accomplishments that links your skills to the needs of the company. You’ll use these techniques in your lifelong career strategies. All GECD events are open to MIT undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

Interviewing for Academia
Thursday, February 5, 3:00-4:00pm
Panel of senior and newly appointed faculty will discuss ways to enhance preparation for your academic interview. Learn about additional resources to help you with the interview process. Emphasis is on preparing for interview questions which may be asked in the smaller sessions, following your job talk, and not on the job talk itself. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

LinkedIn Lab: Transforming a Passive Profile to an Active Networking Platform
Tuesday, February 10, 3:00-4:00pm
Going beyond the basics of building a profile, this workshop will teach you how to transform a passive profile to an active networking platform. Among other things, you will learn how to build an online portfolio, methods to reach third and fourth degree connections, and how to engage effectively with contacts. This workshop is open to all students. It is recommended that participants create a LinkedIn profile beforehand and bring a laptop. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge:https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

GRE Strategy Session, sponsored by the Princeton Review
Tuesday, February 10, 7:00-8:00pm
Find out about the types of questions you'll see on the GRE, meet an expert Princeton Review instructor who will walk you through some questions, and learn some of our proven strategies that you can use on test day.

The Art of Behavioral Interviewing
Wednesday, February 11, 3:00-4:30pm
While your technical skills will get you the interview, it is your behavioral attributes that will get you the job.  This session will discuss preparation and strategies for a successful interview.  In addition, sample behavioral interview questions will be provided along with tips on how to answer these tough questions. This workshop is open to undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs and alumni.  Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

CVs for the Academic Job Search
Thursday, February 12, 2:00-3:00pm
The CV is used for the academic job search and in some cases for PhDs seeking a research position in other settings.  This workshop will cover the important elements of a CV, including strategies for how to showcase your particular knowledge and experiences effectively.  We will also discuss some aspects of the academic job search – such as writing a research or teaching statement, or obtaining letters of recommendation.  It’s helpful to bring a copy of your CV or a draft with you to refer to as we go through the material in the workshop. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

Effective Internship Search Strategies
Thursday, February 12, 4:00-5:00pm
Learn about the internship search process from start to finish. From self-assessment and gathering the right materials to company research and effective search strategies, this workshop will cover all you need to know about finding a great internship. This workshop is open to undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs and alumni.  Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student


Do you need career advising or a resume/cover letter critique? Make an appointment with a Career Services Staff member through CareerBridge, https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student. To see the advisor for your academic area and level, visit our GECD staff page, http://gecd.mit.edu/about/about-us.

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